United Arab Emirates Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
45
Visa on arrival
45
eTA / e-Visa
0
Total streamlined
90
Visa required in advance
108

United Arab Emirates' visa policy is selectively open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free or visa on arrival, you will need to apply for a United Arab Emirates tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit United Arab Emirates Visa-Free (45)

Passport holders from these countries can enter United Arab Emirates without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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Visa on arrival

Nationalities That Get Visa on Arrival to United Arab Emirates (45)

Citizens of these countries can obtain a visa stamp at the United Arab Emirates border on arrival - no advance embassy visit required.

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Fees

United Arab Emirates Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Single-entry tourist (visit) visa - 30 days

    30 daysofficial sourcegdrfad.gov.ae ↗

    AED 252 (~$69)

  • Single-entry tourist (visit) visa - 60 days

    60 daysofficial sourcegdrfad.gov.ae ↗

    AED 352 (~$96)

  • 96-hour transit visa

    96 hoursofficial sourcegdrfad.gov.ae ↗

    AED 50 (~$14)

  • Tourist e-visa - single-entry monthly (ICP Smart Services)

    monthlyofficial sourceicp.gov.ae ↗

    AED 100 (~$27)

  • Tourist e-visa - multiple-entry monthly (ICP Smart Services)

    monthlyofficial sourceicp.gov.ae ↗

    AED 200 (~$54)

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Transit

United Arab Emirates Transit Visa

United Arab Emirates publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa (48 / 96 hours)

Travellers passing through the UAE who wish to leave the airport during a layover

up to 4 daysapply online

Issued for either 48 or 96 hours; single entry and non-extendable. Sponsored by a UAE-based airline (e.g. Emirates or Etihad) and must be processed and approved before entering the UAE. The 48-hour transit visa is free of charge while the 96-hour transit visa carries a nominal fee.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

United Arab Emirates Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter United Arab Emirates visa-free or with a visa on arrival. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a United Arab Emirates tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit United Arab Emirates without a visa?

45 countries can visit United Arab Emirates without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to United Arab Emirates.

How do I apply for a United Arab Emirates tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry or visa on arrival to United Arab Emirates, you typically need to apply at a United Arab Emirates embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in United Arab Emirates without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in United Arab Emirates varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

United Arab Emirates Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step United Arab Emirates visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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